Howkip Punji

Howkip Punji is a village located in Lakhipur subdivision of Cachar district in Assam, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhipur (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Silchar. As per 2009 stats, Dighli Bahadurpur is the gram panchayat of Howkip Punji village.

Here you can discover what makes Howkip Punji unique in its vibrant Lakhipur-Cachar region. You’ll see Howkip Punji’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Howkip Punji

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Howkip Punji is 299890. The village spans a total geographical area of 136 hectares. Lakhipur is nearest town to Howkip Punji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 139km away.

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Population of Howkip Punji

According to the 2011 Census, Howkip Punji has a total population of about 274, with approximately 133 males and 141 females. The sex ratio is around 1060 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 32 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 137. The overall literacy rate is approximately 85.40%, with male literacy at about 87.97% and female literacy near 82.98%. There are around 50 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Howkip Punji's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 274 133 141
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 32 16 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 137 64 73
Literate Population 234 117 117
Illiterate Population 40 16 24

Connectivity of Howkip Punji

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Howkip Punji. As per the 2011 stats, Howkip Punji had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Howkip Punji

Knowing the nearby villages of Howkip Punji helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Howkip Punji.

Frequently Asked Questions about Howkip Punji

Where is Howkip Punji located?
Howkip Punji village is situated in Lakhipur Subdivision, within the Cachar district of Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Howkip Punji?
The Gram Panchayat of Howkip Punji is Dighli Bahadurpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Howkip Punji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Howkip Punji is 274, with 133 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Howkip Punji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Howkip Punji village has a total of 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Howkip Punji as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Howkip Punji is 85.40%. The male literacy rate is 87.97%, while the female literacy rate is 82.98%.